Cosmo's PSS Tip of the Week: Wear Sunglasses If You Have Light Eyes

You know already that people with fair skin are more sensitive to the sun. But what you may not know is that people with fair eyes have to be extra careful outdoors, too. Here's the science behind it: Light-colored eyes have much less melanin, which is a pigment that helps protect your peepers from harmful sun rays. As a result, fair-eyed beauties are at higher risk for eye damage and diseases than those with darker eyes. If you've got yourself a beautiful pair of bright baby blues (or greens...or hazels...), slip on a pair of sunglasses before you step out in the sun.

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